Sailing Gloves for the Avid Sailor
When you are out sailing you want to be as comfortable as you can be in all aspects, wearing clothes that make you comfortable, keep you dry and help your sailing performance. This should extend through to sailing accessories too, a fantastic pair of sailing gloves can really make a huge difference to your sailing experience.
Sailing gloves are used to improve grip which is of great importance out in the ocean particularly if the water is rough and there is a significant amount of spray. You will need to have a sufficient grip on the ropes to keep control of your boat. Having a leather palm on the sailing glove provides a good amount of traction allowing you to feel confident that you will have a good grip on the ropes or side of the boat.
It is not only important in terms keeping control of your vessel and the ropes you also need to protect your hands from rope burn, this is easily caused by the ropes quickly slipping through your hands and can be really painful.
A good seal around the wrist is vital because you don’t want the inside of your gloves getting wet and cold for the rest of your trip. It is about making your experience enjoyable and more comfortable so you need to invest in the best!
Brands to trust
All of the top sailing brands offer great gloves at really reasonable prices so it is definitely worth investing in a pair, just think how much happier you will be when you don’t have to worry about ripping your hands to shreds!
Gill’s Neoprene sailing gloves are a great all year round option, the neoprene material that is the same material used in wetsuits so they will perform in the same way, keeping hands protected from the rough texture of the rope. These are perfect for use in the cooler but not freezing seasons because they will keep your hands warm and protected.
For the winter months a pair of the Henri Lloyd Stealth Winter gloves would be perfect, they have a neoprene inner layer but they have a warmer outer layer and they are completely waterproof. They have a maxigrip palm which provides you with a good grip even in the roughest of winter weather.
There are some pieces of nautical kit that even the most fashion conscious type won’t want in their repertoire and we think a pair of sailing gloves is pretty high on that list. They are only for the hardcore sailor people who wear the gear to go sailing with not the ones who strut about the high street in this gear!
If you are serious about sailing invest in some great sailing gloves to ensure maximum performance and contentment during your sailing experience. You will notice the difference in your ability and confidence straight away and you will want to push yourself that bit harder knowing that your hands are well protected.
Improve your sailing performance with some great sailing gloves for great prices.
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